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Apply to BTC &amp Financial Aid

It’s easy and free to apply for admission!

Explore your Options

BTC offers a variety of exciting educational opportunities. Whether you have decided on a program of study, or not, there is a lot of information available to help you understand your options. Use the following resources while exploring your potential pathways.

You will be assigned a Student Identification Number (SID) within three business days of applying to BTC.

Plan ahead! Several BTC programs have additional admissions prerequisites/requirements which must be completed before you can be considered program ready. Visit the Program & Degrees page for details.

For further information regarding admissions to special programs or applying online, contact the Admissions & Student Resource Center at 360-752-8345 or admissions@btc.edu with questions.

Apply for Financial Aid

Submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) online at http://www.fafsa.ed.gov. It’s easy and should take only about 30 minutes to complete. This step is highly recommended, however, not required for admission.

You’ll need:

An FSA ID from the Department of Education site. This helps them identify you when accessing your information and acts as your electronic signature. If you are a dependent of your parent or guardian, they will need their own FSA ID. Get your FSA ID here.

Income records, such as W2s, copies of federal tax returns, and SSI benefits for the previous year. Dependent students will need their parents’ or guardians’ income records.

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You’ll receive a Student Aid Report (SAR) from the Department of Education. This is a summary of the information you provided. Review the SAR carefully. Make any necessary corrections online or contact Financial Aid at finaid@btc.edu for help.

Other financial aid may be available to you outside of the FAFSA application. For more information, visit the Student Financial Resources page.

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Records Evaluation

At BTC, we help students use previously earned credit to meet BTC testing, prerequisite, general academic course requirements, and sometimes program coursework.

Assessing Your Starting Point

There are multiple measures to assess your starting point at BTC:

Submit transcripts from other colleges attended for evaluation.

Submit High School English and/or math GPAs from within the last five years for evaluation.

Submit SAT and ACT test scores for evaluation.

Submit other test scores for evaluation (Compass, Asset, etc.).

Take the ACCUPLACER Assessment if test scores and/or transcripts do not meet the minimum requirements after evaluation. Visit the Assessment Center page for more information, including Assessment Center hours.

Transfer FAQs:

Do I need a certain grade to transfer credits?

You must earn a "C" (2.0) or better for your course to be considered for transfer credit.

What courses are accepted for transfer?

Courses are considered for transfer credit when they match the content of courses required for BTC programs. Review a list of Course Equivalencies for our most common transfer institutions.

How do I request transfer credit?

Submit the Transcript Evaluation Request form. Arrange for the Admissions and Student Resource Center to receive your official transcript from the transfer institution. Or you may hand-deliver your official, sealed transcript to Admissions and Advising.

How long does transfer credit evaluation take?

Once your records and Transcript Evaluation Request form are received, processing takes approximately 10 to 14 business days. Processing may take longer during peak registration periods.

When should I request transfer credit evaluation?

We recommend you submit your records at least two months prior to the quarter you plan to attend.

Will my transfer grades affect my BTC GPA?

Your transfer credits will not be computed in your GPA.

What if I have International transcripts?

You will need to have your transcripts evaluated through one of the following independent credit evaluation services:

What about other credit transfer options?

If you have taken and earned appropriate test scores through the College Board Advanced Placement (AP) test or International Baccalaureate (IB), or have earned a recognized professional or industry certification, your test scores and/or prior experience can be considered for BTC college credit.

If you are currently attending another institution and want to take a course at BTC to transfer back, contact our Admissions and Student Resource Center by calling 360-752-8345, or by emailing admissions@btc.edu, to schedule an appointment with an advisor during General Registration dates only.

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Advising &amp Registration

Let’s get you enrolled!

Advising &amp Registration Session

Students must attend a mandatory Advising & Registration session. This session is facilitated by Academic and Career Advisors who will guide you in learning how to navigate the BTC website, find computer and campus resources that have been designed to assist you with your transition to BTC, and register for classes.

Important Notes:

Submit your Official Transcripts and Evaluation Request Form to the Admission’s Office. Bring your evaluation results with you to the session. If you have not received your results, bring an unofficial copy of your transcript.

Bring your Student ID number, and a copy of your ACCUPLACER assessment scores to the session.

If you are receiving L & I benefits, need an accommodation or you cannot attend an Advising & Registration session before the quarter begins please contact the Admissions and Student Resource Center at 360-752-8345.

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New Student Orientation

The New Student Orientation is for new students to make connections, learn about resources available to them, hear useful tips for college success, and meet faculty members. This is a great opportunity to explore BTC’s campus and mingle with other new students.

Fall Quarter New Student Orientation is on Friday, September 15th or Monday, September 18th from 10:00am-12:30pm. You can sign up online at our Entry Services Calendar. The orientation will take place in Settlemyer Hall, located in Campus Center.

There are also two optional Computer Boot Camp sessions that will take place in the BTC Library, located on the 3rd floor of Campus Center at 9:00am.

If you have any questions please contact the Admissions and Student Resource Center at 360-752-8345 or admissions@btc.edu.

Pay Tuition and Fees

You are considered officially enrolled when your tuition and fees are paid in-full. Tuition and fees are due in-full by the date indicated on the College Calendar. Tuition and fees are subject to change without notice. To view current tuition and fee rates, please visit our Tuition & Fees webpage.

Pay online with a Visa or MasterCard credit (not debit) card, or pay at the Cashier window, located on the main floor of the College Services (CS) building, where you may use cash, check, Visa, MasterCard, or financial aid award.

Textbooks

Find textbook lists or take your printed class schedule to the Campus Store, located in the Campus Center (CC) building. Tip: We do NOT recommend purchasing texts for any other quarter than the current one in which you are registered.

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If you are taking any online or hybrid classes, be sure to set up and check your BTC email for instructions on how to access your classes.
To set up your email and explore your online classes, please visit the Student Login page.